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Jonathan 'Riley' Murdock, LCSW
Idaho
LCSW - Stress and Anxiety support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral tools
- Motivational interviewing
- Mindfulness exercises
About Jonathan
Jonathan 'Riley' Murdock is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with four years of clinical experience based in Idaho. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT issues, relationship and family concerns, sleeping problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, bipolar issues, and coping with life changes. Riley speaks English and accepts international clients.
Riley uses straightforward, practical steps to reduce overwhelm. He notices unhelpful thoughts and habits with clients, then tests small changes in thinking and behavior. He describes progress as “baby steps” - short, repeatable practices that build strength over time rather than big, sudden shifts.
His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered listening and motivational interviewing. That means sessions blend clear thinking tools with time to figure out what matters most to the client and how to follow through. Mindfulness and narrative techniques also appear when they fit the problem or the person.
Riley often uses visual metaphors and concrete exercises in sessions. He aims to make ideas easy to remember and practice between meetings. He describes recovery from stress like building muscle - controlled challenge followed by rest - and uses that image to plan gradual change.
He has a history working in social services and brings that practical background into brief, action-focused work. People looking for structured steps to manage worry, cravings, sleep, or relationship stress may find his approach suits them.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Jonathan 'Riley' Murdock uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT provides short, concrete exercises for managing anxiety, sleep, mood, and addictive urges. Client-Centered Therapy in his work means sessions include listening and reflection so the client sets priorities and goals.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and grounding practices that reduce reactivity and improve focus. These practices are brief and can be learned in-session then practiced between meetings to support sleep, stress, and mood regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Riley collaborates with each person to choose which methods suit their goals and daily routines. He checks what is working, adjusts plans, and focuses on small, achievable steps rather than large promises.
The original biography does not specify which online formats he uses, so confirm available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so meeting fits around work or childcare. Licensed professionals can offer the same structured CBT exercises and homework tasks virtually as they do in person, which helps keep progress steady between sessions.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT topics, relationship and family issues, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, structured approaches that focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes. Sessions combine clear tools with time to decide what matters most to the client.
What is his background and experience?
He has four years of clinical experience and a longer history working in social services. That background informs a practical, action-focused approach.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Idaho.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before scheduling a session.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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